1995 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (347 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 52 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3130 mm |
